Strategies to improve listening skills in a foreign language

Аннотация

The article focuses on the importance of developing listening strategies for students to enhance their listening skills and succeed in various listening tasks. The study examines metacognitive, cognitive, and compensatory strategies utilized by learners and teachers, emphasizing the role of planning, preparation, and reflection in the listening process. The article also discusses the significance of activating prior knowledge, visualization techniques, note-taking, and utilizing knowledge of other languages to aid in understanding and constructing meaning from audio messages. The implementation of these strategies at different stages of learning is essential for empowering students to take control of their learning and enhance their overall listening skills.